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2017 Kia Cadenza and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Cadenza | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 253 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 105.1 in | 7.3 in |
| Length | 195.7 in | 188.7 in | 7 in |
| Width | 73.6 in | 69.7 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 63.2 in | -5.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3633 lb. | 3535 lb. | 98 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.5 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.4 in | 3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 51.0 in | 5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 44.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 53.7 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.6 in | 3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 33.9 in | 3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -50.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Cadenza
| 2017 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2017 | Due to its shorter greenhouse and taller, more intrusive center console, the Buick's front row doesn't feel nearly as roomy as the Kia's, or even as roomy as the related Chevrolet Malibu's. Large sedans aren't what they used to be. While in the past they were both longer and wider than midsize sedans, these days they more often than not share platforms with the latter, and thus are not significantly wider, only longer. Even in the official specs the LaCrosse has nearly an inch less front shoulder room than the "smaller" Malibu. Likewise, the Cadenza's front row dimensions are within fractions of an inch of the Optima's. If you're seeking more front seat room than in a midsize sedan, you won't find it in these cars. To be fair, midsize sedans have grown. Both the Cadenza and LaCrosse have comfortable front seats, with the Buick's cushion perhaps slightly cushier. Take a turn aggressively, though, and you're much more likely to slide off the Buick's non-bucket, as it provides hardly any lateral support. The Cadenza's bolsters are more effective. The payoff for the additional size of these largish sedans can be found in the back seat, where each offers about two inches more legroom than its junior partner. On paper, the Kia Cadenza offers only slightly more total legroom than the Buick LaCrosse. In reality, it offers much more. With the front seat positioned for my 30-inch inseam (I'm not long of leg), I had about ten inches of knee room in the Kia's back seat. The Kia's rear seat cushion is also a little more supportive and comfortable than the Buick's. Not so good: in both cars there's not enough space under the front seats for the rear seat passengers' feet, essentially robbing them of about a half-foot of legroom. This design flaw is more the rule than the exception in upscale sedans. Still, it's not right. see full Kia Cadenza review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Cadenza
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback
| 2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
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